Raagmala Bhairavi

Catalog note / 解説

Sabah Husain is one of the leading young female artists of Pakistan. She was educated in Lahore and spent four years in Japan, where she expanded her knowledge of paper and printmaking. Her work is inspired by classical Indian music, dance and poetry. Husain gives a contemporary visual interpretation of a piece of classical music entitled <i>Raagmala Bhairavi</i>. This was traditionally played only at dusk during the summer time. The rich colours, calligraphic forms and sharp lines show a combination of south Asian and Japanese influences. Along with the triptych (tripartite) format, they convey the rhythm and emotion expressed through the music. Materials: Woodcut and etching on paper